You’ll find Korean rice cakes, tteok, in all kinds of shapes and sizes—from long cylinders to thin, oblong rounds. While their flavor does not change according to shape, textures do. Thin rice cakes work well for this stir-fry, as they quickly absorb flavors and soften into crispy, chewy coins.
Walnut Cupcakes with Maple Frosting
Ingredients:Cupcakes:½ cup granulated sugar½ cup packed brown sugar6 tablespoons butter, softened3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extract8 ounces cake flour (about 2 cups)½ teaspoon baking soda¼ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon½ cup buttermilk⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted, chopped, and dividedFrosting:½ teaspoon cream of tartar3 large egg whites¾ cup maple sugar or granulated sugar¼ cup…